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Most clinicians miss autism in adults-particularly women, culturally diverse populations, and those with sophisticated masking strategies. This groundbreaking training manual exposes the uncomfortable truth that Western-centric assessment models fail countless individuals while providing the most comprehensive, evidence-based framework available today. Drawing from decades of cross-continental clinical expertise, Drs. Achuthan and Barker challenge everything you thought you knew about adult autism assessment. Their revolutionary approach combines 50 meticulously detailed chapters covering complex differential diagnosis, gender-specific presentations, and cultural adaptations that standard protocols ignore. This isn't just another autism manual-it's a complete paradigm shift. You'll master sophisticated assessment techniques for masked presentations, navigate complex comorbidities, and identify autism others miss entirely. With extensive case examples, step-by-step protocols, and over 100 research citations, this training transforms diagnostic practice. For psychiatrists, psychologists, and specialist teams ready to elevate their clinical expertise beyond conventional approaches, this manual provides the advanced skills to recognize autism's true diversity and deliver life-changing diagnoses to previously overlooked populations. Stop missing what others can't see. Start diagnosing what others can't find.

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Dr. Sai Achuthan is a distinguished Consultant Psychiatrist with exceptional credentials spanning clinical practice, leadership, and academic excellence. Holding MBBS, MRCPsych, MSc Clinical Psychiatry, MBA, and multiple specialized diplomas, he brings unique expertise in neurodevelopmental psychiatry. As Chair of the Royal College South West Division and recipient of the 2023 Consultant of the Year and 2024 Medical Leader of the Year awards along side the Top 100 Influential People in the UK, Dr. Achuthan has completed a few thousands of Autism certified assessments with consistent 5-star patient ratings. His cross-cultural perspective, developed through international practice, positions him as a leading authority on culturally sensitive autism assessment. Dr. Dave Barker is a highly accomplished Consultant Psychiatrist with over 30 years of clinical experience across all major psychiatric specialties. Holding MD, MRCPsych, and recently awarded Fellowship of the Royal College (FRCPsych), he combines extensive clinical expertise with advanced academic credentials including master's degrees in anthropology and philosophy. As a Training Director for the Royal College of Psychiatrists and former Medical Leader of the Year (2021), Dr. Barker has completed nearly thousands of Autism assessment ADOS-2/ADI-R certified autism assessments with outstanding patient reviews, while maintaining active roles in medical education and expert witness services.

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